Animateur·trice Senior 3D | 3D Senior Animator

Framestore Limited; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end VFX studio in Montreal is seeking a Senior Animator to produce high-quality animations for films. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of performance and body mechanics, along with proficiency in Maya. You will work closely with the Animation Lead to create compelling animations that fit the film's style. Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of performance and acting.
• Proven understanding of body mechanics for physical movement.
• Reliable, with good time keeping and the ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality animation for VFX films.
• Work closely with Animation Lead to complete assigned shots.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.

Skills

Understanding of performance and acting

Understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture, and form

Understanding of body mechanics for creature and animal movement

Thorough knowledge of Maya

Understanding of rigs and animation pipelines

Attention to detail

Excellent organisation skills

Adaptability and willingness to learn

Tools

Maya

Job description

Senior animators produce the movements, actions and performances of three-dimensional computer graphic characters and objects for high-end VFX films.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the Animation Lead and Supervisor to produce high quality animation which creates compelling, story-driven and action packed moments that fit within the style and pacing of the film

• Working efficiently as part of a team, or independently, to complete assigned shots

• Animating both primary and secondary characters and elements

• Submitting shots for review and follow through with notes and feedback if required

• Meeting schedules and show deadlines

• Continuing to become familiar with new tools, software, data and other related technology

Essential Skills

• A proven understanding of performance and acting

• A proven understanding of physical motion, weight, balance, texture and form

• A proven understanding of body mechanics and physicality for creature and animal movement

• A thorough knowledge of Maya

• An understanding of rigs and typical rigging set-ups and animation pipelines

• Being open to direction and able to embrace change

• Attention to detail

• Reliable, with good time keeping and the ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills

• A demonstrable commitment to creative collaboration within a team and with other departments

• Adaptability and the willingness to learn new processes and technical skills

Desirable Skills

• An understanding of story, acting and film-making

• A traditional animation and/or art background

• Knowledge of human and animal anatomy

• A working knowledge of Modeling, Rigging and Mel/Python scripting

• Previous experience working with motion capture data

• Ability to work under pressure

Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.